1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Europa | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
